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Doc's Lodge The Perfect Sawtooth Escape

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Front Deck nextt to the front doorwith views of the Sawtooths and Valley Creek
Front Deck relaxation with coolers for your beverages
Relaxing on the front porch with views of the Sawtooths and Valley Creek
View of loft from living area, loft is currently closed (no railings)
Living Room looking towards the front door

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 71200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Cowboy Room

2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Fish Room

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Downstairs Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Doc's Lodge The Perfect Sawtooth Escape

Water front log home located in Stanley with unobstructed views of the Sawtooth and White Cloud Mountains. Fish off the deck or from the front yard. You are a short walk from downtown Stanley and minutes from Redfish Lake and Stanley Lake. Hike from the house north towards the Stanley Basin on well defined trails where you are certain to see wildlife.

The Sawtooth Escape home has slate floors, big screen LED TV, surround sound, Direct TV and of course WIFI. Front deck has unobstructed views of the Sawtooth Mountain Range with patio furniture. The kitchen boasts stainless steel appliances and granite counter tops; a fully stocked kitchen (including spices) are available. All bedding and linens are, of course, supplied by owner. Traveling in?? You can choose to have all or some meals and drinks provided for you. Feel free to give us a call to discuss the details. We are snowmobile friendly and will accommodate snowmobiles for the fun winter months.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
Parking available
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3-17
Located directly on Valley Creek
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
2 Car Maximum
Must check in before 9:00 pm and the owner will be onsite to check you in.
No RV's or Trailers or Tents

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Stanley

Located in Stanley, this vacation home is in the city center and on the waterfront. While the natural beauty of Stanley Park and Salmon River can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Stanley Disc Golf Course. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Stanley, ID

What's nearby

  • Stanley Museum - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Stanley Disc Golf Course - 1 min drive - 0.7 km
  • Stanley Park - 1 min drive - 0.7 km
  • Redfish Lake Visitor Center - 14 min drive - 13.9 km
  • Redfish Outlet Lake - 15 min drive - 13.9 km

Getting around

  • Sun Valley, ID (SUN-Friedman Memorial) - 113 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sawtooth Luce's Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Mountain Village Restaurant & Saloon - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Rod And Gun - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Brunee's Pizza - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Peaks and Perks - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Doc's Lodge The Perfect Sawtooth Escape pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Doc's Lodge The Perfect Sawtooth Escape?

As of Mar 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Doc's Lodge The Perfect Sawtooth Escape on Jun 26, 2026 start from $533, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Doc's Lodge The Perfect Sawtooth Escape?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Doc's Lodge The Perfect Sawtooth Escape?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Doc's Lodge The Perfect Sawtooth Escape located?

Located in the heart of Stanley, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Salmon River and Stanley Disc Golf Course. Stanley Museum and Stanley Park are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 28 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing location and views

The house was an ideal location for our 3 night stay in Stanley. Close to town but very quiet and peaceful with amazing views of the Sawtooth's.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely beautiful property right on valley creek. Great views, great host, comfortable house. Would love to come back here.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

robert k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
most beautiful view of Sawtooths with running creek in front
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

We had a great time in Stanley and loved our stay at this place. We would love to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Doug C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful location

The deck and views are perfect, cabin is clean with all the amenities needed for an enjoyable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Docs lodge

We had a nice stay! The location is great, the host was very helpful, and our family enjoyed the visit!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

nick p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gotta stay at Docs!

What a great experience! The listing was accurate, the house was great, and the location is unbeatable. Jeff and CJ were very friendly and gave us great recommendations on local hikes and things to do. They were very responsive to questions and the overall energy of the place was great. If you're looking for a relaxing getaway I can't recommend thjs enough.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stanley

Awesome place, great host.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best Location in Stanley

CJ and Jeff couldn’t have been better hosts. Cabin was right on the water with exquisite views of the Sawtooths. It was a great vacation
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chuck A., Where do you live?

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location!

We can’t wait to come back! Owners Jeff and CJ are great and will make sure you are covered. The location is amazing! Kids and I found one of many amazing fishing holes right outside the property. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Aileen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location!

We really enjoyed staying here. It was cozy, loved the porch and the view, loved the location and being right on the creek. We could walk to town (.5 mile) if we wanted to. We could also very clearly hear the outdoor music from the mountain village. The main drawback for us was that although it does sleep up to 7, we definitely felt cramped with 5 adults in 2 bedrooms and one bathroom, especially with the upstairs being under renovation and not accessible.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

lisa d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stanley Cabin

At first little bummed about the fireplace and the dryer, both worked out very well, too hot for the fireplace and it was nice to hang our clothes out side, smelled so good. It’s a great cabin and a beautiful site to sit outside. Close to all the lakes and hiking. Felt like home after a long hike. A little bit off the grid (but worth it ) thank you CJ & Jeff and hope to see you again !
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carrie T., Maryville, TN

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic property & location

Gorgeous, well-appointed house close to downtown Stanley & right on a creek. Hosts were very responsive & gave great advice on local trails, activities, etc. Beds were very comfortable. Only negative for us was lack of access to washer/dryer on property. It’s a pain to spend valuable vacation hours at the laundromat. Otherwise this place is a 10 out of 10.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cristina D., Portland, OR

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spectacular mountain views

Doc's Lodge has spectacular mountain views, is river front in a gated community, yet minutes walking (or 1 min driving) from the town center, has 2 bedrooms, and is well suited for a family with (older) kids or 2 couples. Being right in the middle of everything you are close to some awesome restaurants (like Stanley Supper Club or dining at the Sawtooth Hotel), local shops and all the mountain and water activities you want. The hosts/owners are very friendly and knowledgeable about the area and they live in the cabin next door. I wish we stayed longer and hope to be back soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Timothy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Sawtooth Mountain view home.

Great location! Walkable to downtown but feels remote being on the opposite side of the creek. Breathtaking view of the Sawtooth Mountains. Comfortable beds. Would have been nice to have access to laundry & cleaning stuff to tidy up now & then. It would also have been nice to have a some check out instructions & info about what to do with trash / recyclables.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

2/10 Terrible

Darlene W.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was a dump, upon arrival the property owner spent 30 minutes what we had to be careful of bad patio, broken windows, odd front door lock, no children TV thru direct TV ,, that we had to wash our dishes before leaving ( there was no dishwasher,. during our stay we found old bananas in with the pots, no hot water, listing says sleeps 7 and there was only room for 5 and a twin size trundle
Construction in progress
No room for trundle
Railing too high
Furniture dirty ripped
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful cabin in a spectacular location

We spent a wonderful few days in Stanley staying in "Doc's Lodge" cabin. The location was perfect - right in town, but it felt very quiet and had the gorgeous Valley Creek running through the yard. It's in a gated community, so traffic is very low. After a long day or hiking or fishing, what a joy to sit on the porch and watch the mountains and listen to the creek. Or even dip your feet in the icy water to feel alive! CJ and Doc were very very nice and you can tell they put a lot of heart and love into this cabin. Communication with them was clear and quick, and check in and out was easy. The cabin had all the amenities we needed, although laundry was not available on the property. There are a few rules to respect the property, but totally understandable. All-in-all, we had a wonderful stay and would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Cindy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent view of Sawtooths

Terrific location, clean and comfortable. Our flight landed in Boise late but the owner met us at 9 pm to show us around. There were two minor inconveniences. All the bedroom drawers were full, so little place to put clothing. Also no table with chairs for eating, and only room for 3 at the kitchen counter. All the chairs for eating were high stools. Would still highly recommend, bed and bathroom and living room were very comfortable, porch is unbeatable and Stanley is the best location to access hiking in the Sawtooths. The owners were very gracious.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent! I can't wait to come back!

Our cabin rental completed our amazing trip to the Sawtooth Mountains. Camille is absolutely delightful, responsive, and helpful. The cabin was clean and in a beautiful location (along a creek with a full view of the mountains). A hiking trip is what brought us to Stanley, and we loved being so close to many trailheads in the Sawtooth range--most were 5-15 miles away. I didn't want to leave, but will definitely be back to Idaho at some point, and would certainly stay at this cabin again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

leslie d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

This property really is a slice of heaven!

Our vacation could not have been better! The property is right next to a small creek with gorgeous views of the Sawtooth mountains and the town of Stanley. My adult children were in heaven hiking around Redfish Lake and my husband and I had a fantastic time fly fishing in the nearby creeks. The property owners were very accommodating and responsive to our questions. The property is as beautiful inside as the listing photos show! What I most appreciated about the property was how both the inside and outside spaces were so warm and inviting, and allowed us to gather as a family for a meal or just to enjoy each other along with the peace and quiet.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kate B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

a slice of heaven

This place is wonderful. The creek runs right past the house and with the views you may think you are in the middle of nowhere however in less then five minutes you are in downtown with all the activity. House appears to be new and has everything you really need. Couldn't ask for a better vacation.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sawtooth beauty

This rental is in the most beautiful setting we’ve ever stayed at . It was difficult to leave for the day to go hiking. Definitely would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

David F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great fishing and biking vacation

Great location for all things outdoors. Awesome property with stream access at the back door.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mary K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful view in Stanley

The house and views were spectacular as was the location. We definitely recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Joy C., Laguna Beach, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fisherman’s paradise

Great property for up to four persons located on the banks of Valley Creek which flows into the Salmon River in Salmon, Idaho. The gated community is a plus for safety reasons. A Robins nest with three babies in it was located off the big windows permitting a bit of wildlife viewing without leaving the cabin. Our only dissapointment was in not being able to use the wood stove or in having access to laundry facilities. Perhaps their future plans for this property will include these options, plus the inclusion of the currently unfinished upstairs bedroom. Owners were most helpful with suggestions for places to eat and fishing spots. Loved our stay here and hope to return again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

About the host

Hosted by CJ Sherlock

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Locals to Stanley Idaho since 2006 that know the area well since we fly, hike, ride snowmobiles, ski and ride our horses all over the area. If you have questions on the best places to explore we can help you out!

Why they chose this property

Water front property that you can have a leisurely float to or from plus centrally located in Stanley with just a few minutes walk you are downtown close to dining, saloons and entertainment.

What makes this property unique

Located in a gated community for privacy and right on Valley Creek.

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